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Explore our expert articles on women's health related to PCOS management and treatment.

Cortisol and PCOS: Impact on Insulin Resistance
How cortisol worsens insulin resistance in PCOS—driving visceral fat, inflammation, and higher diabetes risk—and practical medical and lifestyle treat...

Managing Spironolactone Side Effects: Tips From Patients
Ease spironolactone side effects—fatigue, dizziness, nausea, and hormonal changes—using hydration, meal timing, and clear warning signs for when to ca...

PCOS-Friendly Strength Training Equipment
Beginner-friendly strength gear and a 3x/week plan to improve insulin sensitivity, reduce androgens, and support hormonal balance in PCOS.

5 Ways Menstrual Cycle Impacts Mental Health
How monthly hormonal shifts affect mood, anxiety, psychosis, suicide risk, and other conditions — and why tracking symptoms helps guide treatment.

PCOS Sleep Routine: Aligning Circadian Rhythms
Practical PCOS sleep strategies: consistent wake times, morning sunlight, evening wind-down, cool dark bedroom, and targeted meds to rebalance hormone...

Latest Research on Probiotics and Metformin Use
Probiotics with metformin can reduce GI side effects, increase adherence, and modestly improve glucose control, especially with BB-12 or multi-strain ...

Spironolactone Cost Comparison 2026
Compare 2026 spironolactone prices across major U.S. pharmacies, telehealth services, and discount programs to find the lowest generic and brand costs...

Long-Term BHRT Use: Immune System Effects Explained
Long-term BHRT reshapes immunity—reducing inflammation but increasing risks of autoimmunity and infections. Learn monitoring, delivery choices, and li...

Anti-Androgen Medications for Acne: Options
Compare oral and topical anti-androgen treatments for hormonal acne—spironolactone, combined oral contraceptives, clascoterone, and topical spironolac...

Collagen and PCOS: Benefits for Skin and Hormonal Balance
Collagen may improve skin repair, hydration and scarring in women with PCOS and could support insulin sensitivity; use it with diet, exercise, and med...

How to Monitor BHRT Side Effects at Home
Learn a simple home monitoring plan for BHRT: track daily symptoms, vitals, bleeding, red flags, and use basic tools or apps to know when to seek care...

Mood Swings in Menopause: BHRT Solutions
BHRT and lifestyle changes can stabilize mood during menopause, improving sleep, energy, and emotional balance while considering benefits and risks.

Common Problems with Hormonal Acne Treatments and Solutions
Hormonal acne often needs combined hormonal, topical, and lifestyle treatment—single therapies fail, and maintenance is crucial to prevent relapse.

5 Tips for Adjusting Spironolactone Dosage Safely
Doctor-approved steps to adjust spironolactone safely: start low, raise dose slowly, monitor potassium and kidneys, track side effects, and tailor dos...

Top FDA Labeling Changes for Hormonal Medications
FDA removed black-box warnings from many menopausal hormone therapies, clarified dosing and local estrogen risks, and updated testosterone labels.

Best Time for Cardio with PCOS
Compare morning vs evening cardio for PCOS — effects on insulin sensitivity, blood pressure, mood, sleep, and how to sync workouts with your cycle.

Strength Training for Insulin Resistance in PCOS
Strength training builds muscle to improve glucose uptake, lower insulin and rebalance hormones in PCOS; 30 min, 3x/week can yield results in ~8 weeks...

GLP-1 vs. Metformin: Adherence in PCOS Treatment
Real-world comparison of GLP-1 and metformin for PCOS: low one-year adherence, differing costs, side effects, and benefits of combination therapy.

Synthetic Hormones vs Bioidentical: Long-Term Studies
Compare long-term risks and benefits of bioidentical vs synthetic hormone therapy - cancer, clotting, metabolic effects, and quality-of-life differenc...

Magnesium and PCOS: Benefits for Hormonal Health
Magnesium may improve insulin sensitivity, lower androgens, reduce inflammation and improve sleep for women with PCOS; foods, doses, and supplement ti...

How Pharmacogenomics Improves Hormonal Health
DNA-based pharmacogenomic testing personalizes meds for PCOS, acne, hair loss and menopause to reduce side effects and improve treatment outcomes.

Zinc and Magnesium for PCOS: Benefits and Dosage
Zinc and magnesium can improve insulin sensitivity, reduce inflammation, and ease PCOS symptoms — evidence-based doses, food sources, and safety guida...

PCOS Medications: Rare Side Effects Explained
Examines rare but serious side effects of metformin and GLP-1 drugs for PCOS — lactic acidosis, B12 deficiency, thyroid, gallbladder and pancreatitis ...

Cardiovascular Safety in Long-Term Hormonal Use
How timing, delivery method, and individual risk shape cardiovascular safety of long-term hormone therapy for menopause.
